16 days in India, Paro & Kathmandu Itinerary
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Start: Washington DC, United States
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Leh, India
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Alchi, India
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Lamayuru, India
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Drive to Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Drive to Agra
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Agra, India
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Jaipur, India
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Paro, Bhutan
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Kathmandu, Nepal
— 3 nights
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End: Washington DC, United States
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Leh, India — 3 nights
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You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Khardung La and Sand Dunes Leisure Park. Do some cultural sightseeing at Shanti Stupa and Spituk Monastery. The adventure continues: appreciate the views at Nubra Valley, look for gifts at De Pashmina Emporium, take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Shri Pathar Sahib, and let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour.
Before you visit Leh, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
Washington DC, USA to Leh is an approximately 26.5-hour flight. Traveling from Washington DC to Leh, you'll lose 10.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can go by car to Alchi.
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Before you visit Leh, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
Washington DC, USA to Leh is an approximately 26.5-hour flight. Traveling from Washington DC to Leh, you'll lose 10.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can go by car to Alchi.
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Alchi, India — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Alchi Monastery.
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Traveling by car from Leh to Alchi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Lamayuru.
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Traveling by car from Leh to Alchi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Lamayuru.
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Lamayuru, India — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lamayuru Gompa and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Lamayuru Monastery (Yuru Gompa).
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Getting from Alchi to Lamayuru by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. On the 22nd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Agra.
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Getting from Alchi to Lamayuru by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. On the 22nd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Agra.
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Agra, India — 1 night
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Taj City
Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): view the masterpieces at Taj Gallery, then admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, then explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort, and finally steep yourself in history at Saha Burj.
To see other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Agra trip builder site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Lamayuru to Agra. In July, plan for daily highs up to 94°F, and evening lows to 80°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Jaipur.
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To see other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Agra trip builder site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Lamayuru to Agra. In July, plan for daily highs up to 94°F, and evening lows to 80°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Jaipur.
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Jaipur, India — 2 nights
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Pink City
Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Jaipur, look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, don't miss a visit to Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, then admire the landmark architecture of Amber Palace, and finally stop by Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Centre.
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Drive from Agra to Jaipur in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 94°F in July, and nighttime lows around 78°F. You'll set off for Paro on the 25th (Sat).
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Drive from Agra to Jaipur in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 94°F in July, and nighttime lows around 78°F. You'll set off for Paro on the 25th (Sat).
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Paro, Bhutan — 3 nights
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Step off the beaten path and head to Rinpung Dzong and Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan. Get a sense of the local culture at Simtokha Dzong and National Textile Museum. Go for a jaunt from Paro to Thimphu to see Bhutan Postal Museum about 1h 15 min away. There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Paro River, steep yourself in history at Drukgyel Dzong, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Paro Taktsang, and take some stellar pictures from Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Paro trip maker tool.
Traveling by flight from Jaipur to Paro takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, taxi, bus, and car. Traveling from Jaipur to Paro, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Jaipur in July; daily highs in Paro reach 77°F and lows reach 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Kathmandu.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Paro trip maker tool.
Traveling by flight from Jaipur to Paro takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, taxi, bus, and car. Traveling from Jaipur to Paro, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Jaipur in July; daily highs in Paro reach 77°F and lows reach 62°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Kathmandu.
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Kathmandu, Nepal — 3 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 29th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dattatreya Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Changu Narayan, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Nyatapola Temple, and finally get outside with Outdoor Activities. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Kopan Monastery, steep yourself in history at 55 Window Palace, and then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour.
To see more things to do and other tourist information, refer to the Kathmandu trip planner.
Getting from Paro to Kathmandu by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car, bus, taxi, and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. Traveling from Paro to Kathmandu, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Paro in July, with highs in Kathmandu at 84°F and lows at 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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To see more things to do and other tourist information, refer to the Kathmandu trip planner.
Getting from Paro to Kathmandu by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car, bus, taxi, and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. Traveling from Paro to Kathmandu, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Paro in July, with highs in Kathmandu at 84°F and lows at 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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India travel guide
It may very well be fair to call India "incredible," given its mind-boggling diversity of landscapes, climates, cultures, and languages. The world's largest democracy, and second only to China in terms of population, India contains majestic peaks dusted with glistening snow, sun-drenched beaches, ancient hand-carved temples, and sprawling cities jam-packed with people, vehicles, and animals. Many tour India during the country's devotional festivals, which range from immense parades that convert cities into giant performance stages, to simple farming fairs dedicated to relatively obscure local deities. Whenever you choose to vacation in India, make sure you see some of the country's World Heritage Sites, which include the legendary Taj Mahal and Chilika Lake, the planet's second-largest lagoon.
Bhutan travel guide
Last Shangrila
Thanks to its location in the Himalayas, tiny Bhutan's main tourist attraction is its stunning natural scenery. The last of the world's Buddhist kingdoms, this mountainous country boasts stretches of fertile land and a small population surviving on subsistence farming. Visitors seeking culturally enriching experiences take a trip to Bhutan to discover a mysterious and magic mountain kingdom where traditional Buddhism slowly and carefully accepts the developments of the modern world. Popular things to do in this "Last Shangrila" include bird-watching, hiking, and biking through some of the planet's least-spoiled wilderness areas, where commercial tourism still seems a concept from a distant future.
Nepal travel guide
With everything from snowcapped mountains and vast grasslands to dense tropical forests, Nepal represents one of the world's most ecologically diverse destinations. A trip to Nepal takes visitors to an ancient land situated between India and China, both of which influence the region's culture, cuisine, and religious traditions. Despite the country's natural appeal, commercial tourism in Nepal remains a relatively new industry and most of the area lies unspoiled and undiscovered by foreigners. Ideal for travelers interested in pushing their physical abilities to the limit, Nepal contains most of the world's tallest peaks, including the legendary Mount Everest.
